Highland, Hanna Ranch, and Montalvin Manor elementary schools were among 47 schools recognized for their work in closing the achievement gap for low-income African American and Latino students in English and math.

More than 80 prospective employees attend the West Contra Costa Unified School District hiring fair on Wednesday, November 30, 2016. Candidates for teaching and school support staff filled out applications and were interviewed on the spot. WCCUSD alumnae Nia Chappell and Kate Linneman were hired to teach in WCCUSD for the 2017-18 school year.

Ryan Cutter made Hercules High School history, finishing fourth in the CIF State Cross Country Championship Division IV Boys race on Saturday, November 26, 2016 at Woodward Park in Fresno. Ryan's finish is the highest place a WCCUSD athlete has had at the state cross country championship in at least 12 years.

Superintendent

Hello. My name is Matthew Duffy and it is my honor
to be the new superintendent of the West Contra Costa Unified School District.
As the newest member of the WCCUSD team, I look forward to getting to know more
about you and your children as we start another school year.

Even though it is summer, many of us at the District
office are working hard to prepare for the upcoming school year and supervise
summer learning opportunities for our students.

Many families pass the hot summer months by taking
vacations or outings to local beaches and amusement parks. While you are
planning for summer fun, I also hope that you also prioritize summer learning
for your children.

Students who stay engaged in educational activities
during the summer months are especially ready for learning when school resumes
in the fall. Continuing to grow over the summer and preventing that learning
loss is an important step to ensuring that our students are prepared for the
real world when they leave our schools.

As a father of two, I work hard to keep my children
engaged in positive and educational activities when school is out. The Ed Fund,
a District partner, publishes a summer learning guide where you can find plenty
of information about available programs and services. Even though it is July,
it is not too late to sign up for free or low-cost summer activities.

In addition to the educational programs and services
available, the District sponsors a summer meal program that is available to all
children 18 years of age and younger. I encourage you to take advantage of
these opportunities for your children.

We all have a part to play in keeping our students
engaged and taken care of during the summer months. I hope you will join me as
we attempt to do that.